New World regions like Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, and Santa Lucia Highlands, California; Casablanca Valley, Chile; and Stellenbosch, South Africa see long stretches of warm to hot weather. The resulting wines go through full malolactic fermentation and new oak aging, making them creamy and smooth. Varietals like Chardonnay, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Chenin Blanc are ideal pairings for lobster pizza and BLTs slathered in mayo.
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